Intercultural Leadership Institute
ABHMS’ Intercultural Ministries recognizes that the future of the church in the U.S. and Puerto Rico requires leaders who can engage and serve in multicultural settings, which is one of the most critical elements needed in their toolbox. Originating as a pilot cohort-model program, the Intercultural Leadership Institute (ILI) is now expanded to meet this need through a dynamic approach that will be in development and gradually rolling out from 2024-2026.
What is the Intercultural Leadership Institute?
The ILI aims to be a premier resource for faith leaders and disciples courageously fostering transformed beloved communities across race, ethnicity, and other cultural distinctions.
Who will benefit from the ILI?
- Faith leaders who seek to be more effective leaders in racially and ethnically diverse settings.
- Young adult leaders who value being developed within an intercultural environment.
- Intercultural leaders who desire to grow their own capacity to conduct intercultural training and consulting.
- People of faith who seek to be positive contributors to transformed beloved communities and more equitable ministries across race, ethnicity, and other cultural distinctions.
What resources are available through the ILI?
Tiered Education Series
- Tier 1: Foundation and framework for intercultural leadership
- Tier 2: Character development and skills mastery
- Tier 3: Equip leaders for the ABHMS ILI Consultancy Network
Communities of Practice
Ongoing affinity groups who gather for peer learning and benefit from facilitator guidance within the scope of distinct types of intercultural leadership contexts.
Digital Media Resources
An annotated resource bank for intercultural leaders offered via an online platform and quarterly e-newsletter.
Consultancy
A network of ILI-aligned trainers and facilitators available for direct training and consultancy with clients.
How can I find out more about the ILI?
You are invited to join our ILI Interest List. Sign up now to receive information about the ILI, including an upcoming schedule of ILI program offerings and a quarterly newsletter featuring online ILI resources.
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Any questions can be directed to ili@abhms.org.
A gathering of the 2021-22 ILI cohort at ABHMS’ Leadership and Mission Building, November 2021.
